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$499+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New York State

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Nov 1 — Nov 81
Sat 11/1
Sat 11/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New York flight deals. Data was last updated October 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$780
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$499
(Norse)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$892
From South Africa to New York
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 2, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/49:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/113:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/2$780
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/29:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/192:55 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/30$782
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/59:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/122:55 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/29$785
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/229:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 11/123:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/1$788
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/29:55 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop30h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 10/156:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop31h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/30$790
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/39:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/163:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/30$793
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/39:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/93:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/1$795
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/51:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Wed 11/1212:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/30$796
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 11/103:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/30$805
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/219:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/113:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/1$807
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/11:25 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 10/191:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/30$808
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/19:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/23:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/30$812

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York State that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop30h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/7

3:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 20m

$831

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/13

8:40 pm-6:08 pm

2 stops27h 28m

Newark

Sun 10/19

1:29 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 11m

$849

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/13

8:40 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops28h 33m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/19

7:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$849

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/9

10:00 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop24h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/22

6:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop31h 50m

$854

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/15

10:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop31h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop27h 50m

$855

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/3

10:00 pm-7:36 pm

2 stops28h 36m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/16

9:00 pm-8:40 am

2 stops28h 40m

$859

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/23

10:00 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops31h 32m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/15

5:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops32h 35m

$861

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

10:00 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops27h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/18

9:00 pm-8:25 am

1 stop28h 25m

$861

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/26

11:59 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop26h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/9

8:59 pm-8:40 am

2 stops28h 41m

$865

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Newark

Mon 2/9

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$879

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to New York State

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to State of New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to NY?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 2, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to State of New York as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated October 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from South Africa to New York State. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
KLM
7.8
Good
1,389 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,927 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
280 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,414 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to State of New York?

    For as low as $854, Etihad Airways can have you in State of New York from South Africa in 24h 59m. South Africa and State of New York are separated by a distance of 7967 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to State of New York one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Norse Atlantic UK. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $499. Users have also found prices from $507 and $548 on Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to State of New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to New York

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to New York. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$653Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$697Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$785Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$789Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$817Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$919Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,005Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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